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The unknown truth
Arguably the story of the season across European football is the rise of Leicester City. After winning 41 points in 2014-15, they’re on course for more than 70 this season and remain in the running for...
View ArticleIn defence of decisions
Decision-making in football is a thankless task. Such is the diversity of opinion that even sensible action - selling an ageing player for example - is likely to attract the ire of some. Media...
View ArticleWhat have you taken from 2015?
It’s hard to believe that 2015 is already drawing to a close, and yet here we are – with our last Evolution blog of the year.Thanks for taking the time to read and to share our blog, the purpose of...
View ArticleFootball’s failure in philosophy
In any ordinary organisation, philosophical alignment is a key factor in success. If the people on the shop floor can endorse the organisation’s vision, the people in head office have a greater chance...
View ArticleThe 2016 forecast
As well as reflection on the past, the new year also brings anticipation of the future.So below, in no particular order, are some of our predictions for 2016:Tottenham will qualify for the Champions...
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A sign(ing) of success
The success of new signings is often described in intangible or individualistic terms; that the new centre back “added leadership” in defence, or the new striker “scored 7 in 12”. There is often...
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The Money League overachievers
Last week, the annual release of the Deloitte Money League prompted discussion around how some clubs were failing to convert financial performance into on-field results. Observations were most notably...
View ArticleA successful flop
“Someone once bet me I couldn’t clear a stuffed leather chair. Not only did I lose the bet, I also broke my hand in the crash landing.”In attributing these words to anyone, I suspect few would turn to...
View ArticleUrgent vs. important
“What is important is seldom urgent and what is urgent is seldom important.” — Dwight D. Eisenhower Your next match is urgent.Your position at the end of the season is important.Dealing with a...
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The unknown truth
Arguably the story of the season across European football is the rise of Leicester City. After winning 41 points in 2014-15, they’re on course for more than 70 this season and remain in the running for...
View ArticleIn defence of decisions
Decision-making in football is a thankless task. Such is the diversity of opinion that even sensible action – selling an ageing player for example – is likely to attract the ire of some. Media...
View ArticleIn defence of intuition
Intuition has historically been a decision-maker’s best friend in business and sport. Then data came along and the value of intuition seemingly diminished – an objective challenger to the notion that...
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